LAUNDRY WORKER II-III

The New Hampshire Veterans Home has a full-time vacancy for Laundry Worker II-III.

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The Veterans Home is a NH State Agency providing a total compensation package for full time employees. See information at the bottom of this posting for details.

Summary:

To perform routine work under the direction of a supervisor in the conduct of laundry activities at the New Hampshire Veterans Home.

Laundry Worker III

To wash, dry, fold and deliver laundry, linen and clothing for New Hampshire Veterans Home residents while providing partial supervision to other Laundry Workers performing similar duties.

Laundry Worker II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Completion of eighth grade or its equivalent.

Experience: Six months' experience in a commercial or institutional laundry.

License/Certification: None required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to work in environment of high temperature and humidity with exposure to minor injuries such as cuts, bruises, burns and slipping on wet floors. Protective equipment may be worn for job-related occupational safety and health purposes.

2. Must be available to work weekends and holidays and a flexible schedule as needed.

3. Laundry Worker II employees may be promoted to the Laundry Worker III level based on the following requirements:

a) Completion of a minimum of one (1) year in the position.

b) A successful performance evaluation.

c) The recommendation of the supervisor.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Laundry Worker III

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Completion of eighth grade or its equivalent.

Experience: One year of experience in a commercial or institutional laundry, preferably including some supervisory responsibility.

License/Certification: None required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to work in environment of high temperature and humidity with exposure to minor injuries such as cuts, bruises, burns and slipping on wet floors. EN">Personal Protective equipment may be worn for job-related occupational safety and health purposes.

2 Must be available to work weekends and holidays and a flexible schedule as needed.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of laundry machines such as extractors, washers, dryers, flat work ironers, as well as mangles, wringers, pressers and folders. Knowledge of laundry routine and methods. Knowledge of textiles and colored materials and their reaction to soap, bleaches, water temperature and machine washing. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to work while standing and under conditions of high temperature and humidity. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Responsibilities:

Laundry Worker II

Performs repetitive, routine duties such as marking, counting and sorting incoming and outgoing laundry including operating washers and dryers.

Folds linens and clothing.

Uses independent judgment and resourcefulness in performing routine duties in the operation of the laundry machines and reporting to the laundry foreman and manager.

Interacts and communicates appropriately with other staff in regards to resident clothing, linens and general laundry items.

Lifts 45 – 50 pound laundry bags repeatedly, carries loaded laundry baskets, and pushes/pulls carts.

Performs routine cleaning of the laundry room area.

Laundry Worker III

Uses independent judgement and resourcefulness while performing duties of the laundry department and reporting to the laundry foreman and manager.

Provides partial supervision over other employees doing related work to ensure proper procedures and techniques are being followed.

Trains new and temporary employees on routine duties such as marking, counting and sorting incoming / outgoing laundry and how to operate laundry machinery.

Operates a variety of laundry machinery such as washers, dryers, ironers, and folders.

Lifts 45 – 50 pound laundry bags repeatedly, carries loaded laundry baskets, and pushes/pulls carts, often in an element of high temperature.

Separates soiled linen and clothing. Makes arrangements with resident’s unit for return of items found while sorting laundry.

Responsible for accurately counting, marking, sorting bagging and delivering clean linen and clothing to applicable unit, staff or residents.

Performs routine cleaning of the laundry area.

Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact Patricia Perry, Laundry Foreman, by email; patricia.a.perry@nhvh.nh.gov or by phone; (603)527-4870.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 14.53% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964